Herbert von Karajan conducts this 2006 Naxos Historical recording of Die Fledermaus with Elisabeth Schwarzkopf leading an exceptional cast. Strauss's masterpiece sparkles with wit, charm, and brilliant orchestration. The famous Laughing Song is unforgettable, and the whole work shines with melodic invention and theatrical brilliance. One of the world's most beloved operettas, captured here at the highest performance level.